Robin Chernow

Robin Chernow

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Science Education Manager at Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership

  • Education

    • Haverford College

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor’s Degree Geology/Earth Science, General

      Activities and Societies: Women's Varsity Soccer, Women's Varsity Track & Field, Astronomy Public Observing Outreach Program, Committee for Environmental Responsibility, Joe Schwartz '83 Memorial 3K Run/Walk Committee, Relay For Life, Peer Awareness Facilitator Senior Thesis: The effects of flat slab subduction on deformation styles in the Andean Precordillera, Argentina

  • Experience

    • Serendipity Day Camp

      Jun 2012 - Aug 2012
      Senior Counselor

      Designed and implemented theme week activities, games, and crafts for 200+ children ages 5-14.

    • The Franklin Institute

      May 2014 - Aug 2014
      Intern - "Current Science"​

      Developed educational content for public programs and events hosting 300+ visitors; evaluated museum exhibits and prototypes of activities.

    • Bryn Mawr College

      Sept 2014 - May 2015

      Laboratory work in structural geology, igneous geochemistry, and mineral curating. Structural geology field work in Andes of Argentina. Assisted with lab section and field trips for 15 students in Introductory Physical Geology, graded assignments, held weekly office hours.

      • Research Assistant - Geology Department

        Jan 2013 - May 2015
      • Teaching Assistant - Geology Department

        Sept 2014 - Dec 2014
    • University City Science Center

      Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
      Laboratory Education Fellow, FirstHand

      Facilitated hands-on labs for 10-16 students in grades 5-8 from neighborhood public and parochial schools. Wrote articles, managed social media and maintained website; developed curricula, oversaw 10 volunteers, and organize community partnership events, e.g. the Philadelphia Science Festival. Formalized program to onboard UCSC scientists as mentors; managed program assessments with outside evaluator; organized & led field trip visits. Created curriculum for new summer programs.

    • Haverford College

      Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
      Haverford House Fellow

      Selected to work in non-profit sector of Philadelphia and develop a community project. Implemented and facilitated a six-session peer reading group for 13 students at Haverford College, addressing current issues in K-12 education in Philadelphia, such as budget challenges, school environments & resources, testing, and the charter movement.

    • World Cup Sports Academy

      Aug 2015 - Jun 2016
      Head Soccer Coach and Goalkeeper Coach

      Planned and executed bi-weekly practices and weekly games for under-12 girls’ team, plus weekly training sessions for boy and girl goalkeepers, ages 9-14. Adapted to ability levels of players and corresponded with families.

    • Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership

      Jun 2016 - now
      Science Education Manager

      Manage education department resources and curriculum. Develop and deliver age-appropriate marine and environmental science curricula for participants, ranging from elementary-aged to adult learners. Work with teachers to meet needs of specific school groups. Evaluate applicants for seasonal positions. Oversee and mentor education interns, assigning appropriate projects and providing feedback. Interact with board members, prospective donors, grantors, and members of peer institutions to convey programming goals. Welcome and orient public to the island, and write biweekly blog posts. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • NSCAA Special Topics Diploma

      National Soccer Coaches Association of America
      Oct 2015
    • CPR/AED

      American Red Cross
      Jul 2013
    • Wilderness First Responder

      Wilderness Medical Associates International
      Jun 2017
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Robin Chernow
      Cum Laude - May 2015
    • Awarded to Robin Chernow
      Honors in Geology Bryn Mawr College - Department of Geology May 2015
    • Awarded to Robin Chernow
      Ambler Scholar Athlete Finalist Haverford College Athletic Department Mar 2015 Recognized among athletic department's top 15 academic students.